Frigidaire GLMV168C Installation Instructions Manual Download

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KEEP THESE INSTRUCTIONS

Installation

Over the Range

Instructions

Microwave Oven

Read these instructions completely and carefully.

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IMPORTANT –

Save these

instructions for local inspector’s use.

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IMPORTANT –

Observe all

governing codes and ordinances.

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Note to Installer –

Be sure to leave these

instructions with the Consumer.

BEFORE YOU BEGIN

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Note to Consumer –

Keep these

instructions for future reference.

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Skill level

– Installation of this appliance requires

basic mechanical and electrical skills.

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Proper installation is the responsibility of the installer.

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Product failure due to improper installation is not
covered under the Warranty.

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Summary of Contents for GLMV168C

Page 1: ...sure to leave these instructions with the Consumer BEFORE YOU BEGIN Note to Consumer Keep these instructions for future reference Skill level Installation of this appliance requires basic mechanical and electrical skills Proper installation is the responsibility of the installer Product failure due to improper installation is not covered under the Warranty Need Help For customers in the United Sta...

Page 2: ...ion guide Placement of Mounting Plate 8 10 Removing the Mounting Plate 8 Finding the Wall Studs 8 Determining Wall Plate Location 9 Aligning the Wall Plate 10 Installation Types 11 22 Outside Top Exhaust 12 14 Attach Mounting Plate to Wall 12 Preparation of Top Cabinet 13 Checking for Proper Damper Operation 13 Mount the Microwave Oven 13 Adjust the Exhaust Adaptor 14 Connecting Ductwork 14 Outsid...

Page 3: ... TO AVOID SEVERE OR FATAL SHOCK The power cord of this appliance is equipped with a three prong grounding plug which mates with a standard three prong grounding wall receptacle to minimize the possibility of electric shock hazard from this appliance You should have the wall receptacle and circuit checked by a qualified electrician to make sure the receptacle is properly grounded Where a standard t...

Page 4: ... care should be taken to align exhaust with space between studs or wall should be prepared at the time it is constructed by leaving enough space between the wall studs to accommodate exhaust IMPORTANT If a rectangular to round transition adaptor is used the bottom corners of the damper will have to be cut to fit using the tin snips in order to allow free movement of the damper The following chart ...

Page 5: ...lly NOTE It is important that venting be installed using the most direct route and with as few elbows as possible This ensures clear venting of exhaust and helps prevent blockages Also make sure dampers swing freely and nothing is blocking the ducts Exhaust connection The hood exhaust has been designed to mate with a standard 31 4 x 10 rectangular duct If a round duct is required a rectangular to ...

Page 6: ... in which it was bought for repair or replacement If the unit is damaged by the customer repair or replacement is the responsibility of the customer If the unit is damaged by the installer if other than the customer repair or replacement must be made by arrangement between customer and installer DAMAGE SHIPMENT INSTALLATION PARTS INCLUDED You will find the installation hardware contained in a pack...

Page 7: ... cm a Filler Panel Kit may be used to fill in the gap between the microwave oven and the cabinets Your Owner s Manual contains the kit number for your model This microwave oven is for installation over ranges up to 36 91 44 cm wide If you are going to vent your microwave oven to the outside see Hood Exhaust Section for exhaust duct preparation When installing the microwave oven beneath smooth flat...

Page 8: ...STUD 1 Remove the installation instructions filters glass tray and the small hardware bag Do not remove the Styrofoam protecting the front of the oven Fold back all 4 carton flaps fully against carton sides Then carefully roll the oven and carton over onto the top side The oven should be resting in the Styrofoam REMOVING THE MICROWAVE OVEN FROM THE CARTON REMOVING THE MOUNTING PLATE FINDING THE WA...

Page 9: ...a horizontal line on the back wall an equal distance below the cabinet bottom as the inside depth of the front overhang For this type of installation with front overhang only align the mounting tabs with this horizontal line not touching the cabinet bottom as described in Step D Plate position beneath flat bottom cabinet Plate position beneath recessed bottom cabinet with front overhang Mounting P...

Page 10: ... plate marked with arrows Four holes must be used for mounting NOTE Holes C and D are inside area E If neither C nor D is in a stud find a stud somewhere in area E and draw a fifth circle to line up with the stud It is important to use at least one wood screw mounted firmly in a stud to support the weight of the microwave Set the mounting plate aside Drill holes on the circles If there is a stud d...

Page 11: ...led for Outside Top Exhaust except for non vented models Select the type of ventilation required for your installation and proceed to that section OUTSIDE TOP EXHAUST VERTICAL DUCT OUTSIDE BACK EXHAUST HORIZONTAL DUCT RECIRCULATING NON VENTED DUCTLESS See page 12 See page 15 See page 19 A Charcoal Filter Accessory Kit is required for the non vented exhaust See your Owner s Manual for the kit numbe...

Page 12: ...s Pull the plate away from the wall to help tighten the bolts 3 4 ATTACH THE MOUNTING PLATE TO THE WALL A1 Attach the plate to the wall using toggle bolts At least one wood screw must be used to attach the plate to a wall stud Remove the toggle wings from the bolts Insert the bolts into the mounting plate through the holes designated to go into drywall and reattach the toggle wings to 3 4 19 05 mm...

Page 13: ... power cord tight Be careful not to pinch the cord especially when mounting flush to bottom of cabinet NOTE When mounting the microwave oven thread power cord through hole in bottom of top cabinet Keep it tight throughout Steps 1 3 Do not pinch cord or lift oven by pulling cord Lift microwave tilt it forward and hook slots at back bottom edge onto four lower tabs of mounting plate Exhaust Adaptor ...

Page 14: ...abinet holes Turn two full turns on each screw Tighten center screw completely Install grease filters See the Owner s Manual packed with the microwave Installation Instructions ADJUST THE EXHAUST ADAPTOR A5 Open the top cabinet and adjust the exhaust adaptor to connect to the house duct Back of Microwave For Front to Back or Side to Side Adjustment Slide the Exhaust Adaptor as Needed Blower Plate ...

Page 15: ...Adaptor B3 Attach Mounting Plate to Wall B4 Prepare Top Cabinet B5 Adjust Blower B6 Mount the Microwave Oven Slide exhaust adaptor to one side and remove it Back of Microwave Remove and save screw that holds blower plate to microwave B 3 4 Damper 1 PREPARING THE REAR WALL FOR OUTSIDE BACK EXHAUST B1 You need to cut an opening in the rear wall for outside exhaust Read the instructions on the REAR W...

Page 16: ...the mounting plate through the holes designated to go into drywall and reattach the toggle wings to 3 4 19 05 mm onto each bolt 1 2 Place the mounting plate against the wall and insert the toggle wings into the holes in the wall to mount the plate NOTE Before tightening toggle bolts and wood screw make sure the tabs on the mounting plate touch the bottom of the cabinet when pushed flush against th...

Page 17: ...he wires through grooves on other side of the blower unit Before Rerouting After Rerouting Wires Routed Through Right Side Wires Routed Through Left Side Back of Microwave Back of Microwave Blower Plate Blower Motor Screw Secure the blower unit to the microwave with the screw from Step 1 Before Rolling After Rolling Back of Microwave End A End B Back of Microwave Back of Microwave 9 CAUTION Do not...

Page 18: ...he threads have engaged It will be completely tightened later Be sure to keep power cord tight Be careful not to pinch the cord especially when mounting flush to bottom of cabinet NOTE When mounting the microwave oven thread power cord through hole in bottom of top cabinet Keep it tight throughout Steps 1 3 Do not pinch cord or lift oven by pulling cord Lift microwave tilt it forward and hook slot...

Page 19: ...o the holes in the wall to mount the plate NOTE Before tightening toggle bolts and wood screw make sure the tabs on the mounting plate touch the bottom of the cabinet when pushed flush against the wall and that the plate is properly centered under the cabinet CAUTION Be careful to avoid pinching fingers between the back of the mounting plate and the wall Tighten all bolts Pull the plate away from ...

Page 20: ...ower Plate Blower Motor Screw Back of Microwave Remove and save screw that holds blower plate to microwave Lift off the blower plate and attached adaptor from the microwave NOTE Make sure wires remain routed in the grooves of the motor frame Installation Instructions BEFORE Fan Blade Openings Facing Up Damper Back of Microwave CHECK MICROWAVE ASSEMBLY C3 Exhaust Adaptor absent on models shipped fo...

Page 21: ...ing installation NOTE If your cabinet is metal use the nylon grommet around the power cord hole to prevent cutting of the cord NOTE We recommend using filler blocks if the cabinet front hangs below the cabinet bottom shelf IMPORTANT If filler blocks are not used case damage may occur from over tightening screws Insert a self aligning screw through top center cabinet hole Temporarily secure the ove...

Page 22: ...ide up Remove 2 screws on front of grille using a 1 Phillips screwdriver Open the door Remove the grille Installation Instructions 8 7 6 Tighten the outer two screws to the top of the microwave oven While tightening screws hold the microwave oven in place against the wall and the top cabinet Insert 2 self aligning screws through outer top cabinet holes Turn two full turns on each screw Tighten cen...

Page 23: ...the Owner s Manual 6 Replace house fuse or turn breaker back on 4 Remove all packing material from the microwave oven 2 Make sure the microwave oven has been installed according to instructions 1 23 BEFORE YOU USE YOUR MICROWAVE Insure proper ground exists before use Installation Instructions Install turntable and ring in cavity 3 5 ...

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